LEOspace is an emerging start-up specializing in advanced drive technologies for space applications. As the New Force in New Space, we focus on developing cybertronic actuators and precision motion systems engineered to perform reliably under the extreme conditions of space. Our products are developed in close collaboration with our strategic partner WITTENSTEIN, to bring high-quality, dependable industrial technologies into orbit.

Our systems are designed for:

• Scalable industrial production
• Adaptability
• Best-in-class performance

If you're interested in joining our highly motivated team on a mission to transform the space industry from single-piece manufacturing to industrial-scale production, apply now.

Job description / Your role:

• Take full responsibility for the development of our cybertronic products, typically comprising one or more electric actuators, electronics, mechanical structures, software, and harnesses
• Supervise and coordinate all engineering activities required for product development, qualification, and industrial manufacturing
• Lead system engineering efforts for integrated mechanism products, ensuring performance and compliance across subsystems
• Define and manage system-level performance budgets (e.g. mass, power, thermal)
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design descriptions, development schedules, and test specifications
• Support product testing and qualification processes from prototype to flight-ready hardware
• Contribute to the Simultaneous Engineering process by collaborating with industrial process engineering teams to scale production

Qualification Checklist:

• University degree (or equivalent) in engineering, aerospace, mechatronics, or a related technical field
• Professional experience in mechanism or actuator development
• Industry experience in the space sector, particularly with space mechanisms and electromechanical actuators
• Proficiency in working with technical requirements, including authoring, reviewing, and interpreting specifications
• Strong conceptual thinking and analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Bonus Qualifications:

• Familiarity with numerical engineering tools used for structural, thermal, or motion analysis
• Initial experience in technical leadership or coordination roles
• Knowledge of material selection and manufacturing processes suitable for space applications
• Profound understanding of the full engineering workflow required to design, develop, and qualify space-grade actuators and electronics
• Extensive professional experience in mechanism or actuator development

Benefits:

• Join an innovative space-tech start-up with real impact on strategy and growth
• Collaborate globally and work hands-on with cutting-edge research and technology
• Enjoy a flexible, agile work environment with 30 days of vacation and remote work options
• Access top industry events, continuous learning, and professional development
• Benefit from relocation assistance to support your move, if required
• Be part of a supportive team with room to grow as we scale together